The Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Pope-Yell County hosted a reception recently at the Russellville Chamber of Commerce where they awarded $10,050 in scholarship money to Pope and Yell County single parent college students.

Single parent college students in Pope and Yell County recognized for their hard work and determination include:

Board members for Pope-Yell County Single Parent Scholarship Fund would like to thank the corporate sponsors, businesses, and individuals in the community for their continued support.

“No matter what has happened in your life, you can get a college education,” Sabra Bartlett, executive director, said.

“This program has been a stable support to single parents and their children for over 20 years. I am thankful to be part of a well-respected, well-organized and successful program that helps so many families as they journey toward economic independence,” Sabra commented.

Among fund recipients, there is an astounding 98 percent retention/graduation rate, with many former scholarship recipients returning as volunteers after earning their degrees and joining the workforce.

The spring 2014 scholarship cycle opens Dec. 1, 2013. To learn more about how to qualify for a single parent scholarship, please visit their website at pycspsf.org